| Author |
Brewster, Benjamin, 1907-1995 |
| Illustrator |
Koering, Ursula |
| LoC No. |
52010892
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| Title |
The First Book of Eskimos
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing, Greg Weeks and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The First Book of Eskimos" by Benjamin Brewster is a children's educational book likely written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive introduction to the Eskimo culture, lifestyle, and innovations, aiming to educate young readers about this unique group of people who inhabit the Arctic regions. The narrative blends factual information about the Eskimos with engaging illustrations, creating an accessible learning experience. The book follows the daily life of an Eskimo boy named Papik and his sister Milak, illustrating how they adapt to their environment through traditional customs and practices, such as hunting, food preparation, and building igloos. Readers are introduced to the ways Eskimos use every part of the animals they hunt, their social structure, and the seasonal cycles of their lives, highlighting their resourcefulness and resilience. As the story progresses, it also touches on the impact of colonization and the introduction of modern tools while emphasizing the Eskimos' ongoing connection to their heritage. Overall, the book paints a vivid picture of Eskimo life, celebrating their culture while educating children about a world that may be vastly different from their own. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E011: History: America: America
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| Subject |
Eskimos -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
49991 |
| Release Date |
Sep 17, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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